Grilled Peach & Burrata Salad with Basil
Juicy grilled peaches paired with creamy burrata, fresh basil ribbons, and a drizzle of olive oil—this vibrant summer salad is sweet, savory, and luxuriously simple with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon honey or balsamic glaze (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chiffonade (thin ribbons)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Flaky sea salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush peach halves lightly with olive oil.
- Grill peaches cut-side down for 2–3 minutes until char marks appear. Slice into wedges once slightly cooled.
- Arrange grilled peach slices in a shallow bowl or plate.
- Tear burrata into chunks and gently scatter over the peaches.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and a touch of honey or balsamic glaze if using.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and top with basil ribbons.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side.
Notes
- Use slightly firm peaches for easier grilling and better texture.
- Try adding toasted pine nuts or prosciutto for extra flavor layers.
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the juices and cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: grilled peach salad, burrata and basil, summer salad, peach and cheese appetizer, Italian side dish